I don't know about the 57, but I've been eyeing a "Classic" Model 29-2 (4"). I just like the way they look.
I do have a "Classic" Model 19-9 that I think favorably compares with the Model 19-4 I've got.
(Those grips are aftermarket, but I have replaced them with a period correct set of target's.)
I do agree that the grips on the 19-9 are a little thinner than I'd like IF I did a lot of magnum shooting. However, since I shoot mostly 38's they don't bother me. I suspect the same would be true of others.